03-30-2021, 06:55 AM
(03-30-2021, 03:01 AM)meistermatze Wrote: I like how more natural KP "feels" lately, I think you can tell that his footwork and overall mobility has improved. I did not check the numbers, but I would bet we improved also defensivley with him on the court. Offensively he has looked great, like you mentioned. Him and Luka even had one or two sequences of a good-looking two-man-game. I would LOVE to see more of that (JET and Dirk-style). If KP stays healthy and continues this progress, he'll be in great shape come playoff-time. I think health will be the issue with him for the remainde rof his career. It looks like there's no damage to his body but every next injury could change that, so I am caucious here.
On a side note: Did anyone else get the impression that KP tried really hard in the game without Luka? I hope I am biased but to me, it did not feel like trying in a good way. More like "I'm gonna show you what's what when I am option number one..." but this could just be me reading negatively into it. Since their chemistry looks improved I hope I was mistaken.
Also another chance to apologize to THJ - he's just been a perfect 6th man for us. JRich on the other hand has been a huge disappintment and I am ashamed to admit I called him our third best player early in the season. I even think kamm is spot on by saying he gives you the impression of playing good defense by flailing his arms... I watched him closely the last couple of games and I don't see anything special on D.
Great thoughts, very much agree on all accounts.